The Best Things To Do Around The Main Line with Kids

Discover the best family-friendly things to do in and around the Main Line with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties today and plan your next family adventure!

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  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Black History Celebration at the Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

    Celebrate Black History Month with an engaging, family-friendly event that honors African American heritage and culture. Explore immersive, hands-on workshops celebrating Black change-makers, past and present — from inventing and dancing to designing and drumming.

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • African American Children’s Book Fair 2026

    Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA

    The African American Children’s Book Project will host one of the oldest and largest single-day gatherings of authors and illustrators of Black children’s books in the country. The African American Children’s Book Fair has put Philadelphia on the map as a literary destination for children’s books. Award-winning authors and illustrators […]

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • School’s Out: Winter Wonderland

    Scott Arboretum & Gardens 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

    Drop by Scott Arboretum & Gardens on the day off from school to learn about the wonders of the winter gardens. Complete a winter-themed nature craft and go on a scavenger hunt throughout the gardens. Visit at 10:30 am for a free, family-friendly tour of the Arboretum & Gardens.

    Free
  • Lunar New Year at Dilworth Park

    Dilworth Park 1 South 15th Streeet, Philadelphia, PA

    Celebrate the Year of the Horse with themed food and drink specials throughout the week.

  • Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum

    The Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA

    Ring in the Lunar New Year at the Please Touch Museum with a festive performance by the Philadelphia Suns and themed workshops that bring the traditions of the holiday to life. Enjoy Zodiac Animal Matching in the Tot Spot, Story times featuring readings of Ruby’s Lunar New Year, Chinese calligraphy […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays

    Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. And on Storytelling Sunday, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Looking for a meaningful winter enrichment activity for your child in 2026—something educational, screen-free, and genuinely fun? Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly’s Mini Makers program offers weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes designed especially for children ages 3–6. Families across Greater Philadelphia and Montgomery County choose Mini Makers because it blends early […]

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.

  • Crafting History: Water Marbling

    Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Create and decorate water marble bookmarks and journal covers at Historic St. George's! Note: Water marbling is free for all ages! Bring your own journal, or purchase one for $5.

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.

  • Nature At Noon

    Nature At Noon
    The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Nature at Noon is designed to bring joy, inclusion, and curiosity to the lunch hour. These one-hour outdoor gatherings center accessibility, biodiversity, safety, and connection, with programming that bridges science, art, and community.